Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit - $2,065 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in La Junta, Colorado.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: ICU - Intensive Care UnitDiscipline: RNStart Date: 09/28/2026Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, nightsEmployment Type: TravelJob Summary Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) The healthcare organization is seeking an ICU RN to provide direct and indirect patient care in the ICU setting. The role involves managing ventilators, telemetry monitoring, insulin drips, and responding quickly to changes in patient conditions. The position emphasizes effective communication with physicians and coworkers, as well as assessment and care of diverse patient populations, including pediatric, geriatric, and general patients. Job Details Certifications, Education, and Experience: Current Colorado Registered Nurse license; current BLS certification; current ACLS certification; PALS certification; successful completion of arrhythmia competency; 0 years of experience required. Schedule: Nights shift, 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 36 hours per week. Additional Responsibilities: Providing patient care in the ICU, performing head-to-toe assessments, revising care plans based on patient response, educating patients and families, monitoring cardiac rhythms, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, documentation, and ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Skills: Basic computer knowledge; ability to communicate effectively in English; ability to perform treatments and operate equipment safely. Physical Demands and Work Environment: Regular standing, walking, handling objects, reaching, climbing, stooping, and occasional sitting. Must lift up to 25 pounds regularly and more than 100 pounds occasionally. Work involves exposure to mechanical parts, chemicals, and noise. Benefits The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include: Private housing or generous housing allowance Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage Competitive salaries Referral bonuses Travel reimbursement 401(k) retirement plan Direct deposit/free checking Unlimited free CE credits Cross Country Job ID #1309078. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Intensive Care UnitAbout Cross Country NursesYou care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.Benefits401k retirement planReferral bonus